Men Hardshell jackets & rain jackets

Rain jacket for men: protected from the wet when out and about

If wind and weather can't stop you from going outdoors, you definitely need a good waterproof jacket. This will reliably protect you and perhaps your luggage from the wet and rain. And it's not just the classic waterproof jacket for men that is now available on the market: you can choose from numerous different shapes and designs. This means you can choose the exact waterproof jacket model that suits the season and your activities.

Transa has various models on offer: from waterproof jackets for men to colourful, sportive waterproof jackets for kids. Rain jackets not only fulfil their functional purpose, they are also often a real eye-catcher.

Rain jacket: waterproof, dirt-repellent and comfortable

Of course, a waterproof jacket has to be absolutely waterproof so that it reliably protects you in any amount of rain. But there are also other criteria that make a good outdoor waterproof jacket for men. You can recognise waterproof jackets that can withstand outdoor activity without any problems by the following features:

• A waterproof jacket should be very light and fit in any luggage. After use, it can then be rolled up or folded into a small package to save space in your backpack.
• The material (e.g. GORE-TEX®) is water-repellent or waterproof, windproof and can reliably withstand even strong rain. Ideally, the waterproof jacket should also be permanently water-repellent (DWR) impregnated.
• A waterproof jacket for men should also be breathable and moisture-regulating. This prevents heat from building up inside and prevents your dresses from sticking to your damp skin.
• Moisture is wicked away to the outside via a special membrane incorporated into the fabric and special coatings.
• Depending on the area of use, you can choose from two or three-layer rain jacket models. The individual layers are arranged so that each one fulfils its own special functions. To make the jacket lighter, the layers are sometimes joined together - however, this reduction does not detract from the functionality and, above all, the moisture protection.
• Some models have a helmet-compatible hood. This means you can also wear them on a bike, when climbing or when ski touring. The hood can be tightened individually to prevent rain from getting in.
• Practical zip pockets offer storage space for important outdoor items.
• Additional details such as underarm zips, cuffs with velcro, an inner mesh pocket and a drawstring at the hem further increase comfort.
• Some waterproof jackets are adapted to men's anatomical shapes.

Gore-Tex, coating and co.

A GORE-TEX® jacket is already waterproof in itself. If it also has a waterproof coating, this is a sure sign that the outside of the jacket in particular is also water-repellent. However, it is important that the coating also has breathable properties, otherwise the whole jacket system will start to falter. However, this is usually the case with a waterproof jacket for men: the fabric and coating are both waterproof and breathable.

Rain jackets for men with a particularly functional finish have a durable water-repellent (DWR) impregnation. This means that water beads up directly on the coating and the jacket material does not soak up water, as only a dry jacket is breathable in the long term.

The classic all-round waterproof jacket is ideal for short hikes and mountain tours. It has an average robust construction, but is not suitable for permanent loads such as backpacks or climbing harnesses. A robust alpine jacket for men is therefore recommended for high-alpine activities. It has an extra robust design in exposed areas, such as the shoulders. This protects against abrasion from rucksack shoulder straps.

Waterproof jackets at Transa

Transa offers many different waterproof jacket models for men. Discover, for example, the light, robust all-round weather protection jacket in hip length, the alpine weather protection jacket made of two-layer GORE-TEX® material, the light hardshell / rain jacket made of GORE-TEX® or the three-layer GORE-TEX® jacket with four zip pockets and a helmet-compatible hood.

And you'll also find some tips on how to care for your waterproof jacket.